Senior Satellite Payload Operations Engineer

Globalstar

. Support the operation, monitoring, and health of Globalstar’s current and future satellite payloads .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeMilpitas • California • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in satellite payload operations, including telemetry monitoring, anomaly resolution, and operational procedure development. Proficient in using mission operations software and engineering tools to enhance satellite performance and streamline operations.

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Satellite Payload OperationsTelemetry Monitoring and AnalysisOperational Procedure DevelopmentPython Scripting for AutomationRF Testing Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Satellite EngineeringPayload Configuration ManagementIn-Orbit TestingTelemetry Dashboard DevelopmentAnomaly InvestigationMission Operations SoftwareOperational Monitoring ToolsEngineering Tool DevelopmentPayload Management InstructionsRF Data Analysis

Soft Skills

Mentoring Junior EngineersProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Intermission SoftwareMicrosoft OfficeNetSuiteRF Equipment

Industry Keywords

Satellite Payload SystemsSpacecraft OperationsTelemetry TrendingGround Systems InteractionEngineering Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the operation, monitoring, and health of Globalstar’s current and future satellite payloads
Monitor and analyze payload telemetry
Identify and troubleshoot payload anomalies
Develop and maintain operational procedures and tools
Support payload configuration changes
Perform in-orbit testing to ensure payload health and performance throughout the mission lifecycle
Perform all duties related to payload operations and lead payload anomalies and aid in resolution while on call as needed
Perform payload In-Orbit Tests on current and future constellations
Perform telemetry trending and analyze key payload parameters
Execute Payload Management Instructions operations
Maintain payload configuration, document changes, and optimize payload performance
Write, validate, maintain, refine, and execute payload/T&C operational procedures and scripts
Develop and maintain payload telemetry dashboards and displays using mission operations tools
Perform real-time and long-term payload telemetry monitoring and analysis
Develop and maintain tools and automation to streamline payload monitoring, analysis, and satellite operations
Participate in real-time payload operations for nominal operations, anomaly detection, troubleshooting, and recovery
Support ground antenna RF testing and interference investigation
Provide feedback on design and test data from vendors and ensure vendor satellite requirements are met
Provide engineering support to other groups and work with external vendors
Mentor junior engineers as required
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or higher in Electrical, Aerospace, or a closely related Engineering field
7+ years of experience in satellite engineering, spacecraft operations, payload operations, or a closely related field
Demonstrated experience supporting satellite payload operations
Experience developing, validating, maintaining, and executing satellite operational procedures and scripts
Experience with satellite telemetry monitoring, trending, analysis, and anomaly investigation
Experience participating in real-time nominal, anomaly, troubleshooting, and recovery operations
Experience developing and maintaining telemetry dashboards and operational monitoring tools
Experience with mission operations software such as Intermission or similar platforms
Experience developing engineering tools or automation using Python or similar scripting languages
Knowledge of satellite payload systems and their interaction with satellite and ground systems
Hands-on experience with testing using common RF equipment and understanding general RF testing methodologies
Good knowledge of payload units, subsystem, and system-level test plans
Experience reviewing RF data and developing tools to parse and trend RF data
Willingness and ability to travel as needed
Willingness and ability to work after regularly scheduled hours as needed
Ability to sit at a desk for prolonged periods working on a computer (4 to 8 hours)
Ability to operate the equipment used for the job
Ability to lift 15 pounds at times
Master’s degree in Electrical, Aerospace, or a closely related Engineering field is a bonus
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Familiarity with NetSuite

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities